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April 13, 2012

Zimmerman Makes 1st Court Appearance in Trayvon Killing 
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George Zimmerman appeared in court on Thursday one day after he was
finally charged with the killing of Trayvon Martin. Zimmerman briefly
spoke in response to Judge Mark Herr.

Judge Mark Herr: "All right. Mr. Zimmerman?"

George Zimmerman: "Yes, sir."

Judge Mark Herr: "You are appearing here for your first appearances, or
first appearance, at this time for a charge of murder in the second
degree, and you are represented by Mr. O'Mara, is that true?"

George Zimmerman: "Yes, sir."

Zimmerman faces a minimum of 25 years in prison. A bail hearing will
likely be held next week followed by Zimmerman's formal arraignment on
May 29th.



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